Too Late, My Love
Mohammad-Hossein Shahriar, one of the most renowned contemporary Persian poets, masterfully blends longing, regret, and deep sorrow in his poetry. This ghazal, one of his most famous works, expresses the pain of belated love—where devotion was given freely, yet acknowledgment arrived too late. The imagery of lost youth, missed opportunities, and an aching heart creates a timeless reflection on love’s fragility and the cruelty of time.
